Emma L Minnis Junior Academy
Tel:
(502) 774-2108
- E. L. Minnis Junior Academy is a Seventh-day Adventist Christian school, serving Grades Pre-K- 8, located in Louisville, KY. Emma L. Minnis is a fully accredited private school, established in 1915 with a vision to provide quality Christian education through a curriculum that emphasizes the academic, social and spiritual development of each child.
- Over 100 years later we still maintain that vision.
- The Emma L. Minnis Seventh-day Adventist Elementary School family exists to show children Jesus, nurture their love for Him and others, teach them to think, and empower them to serve.
- The Emma L. Minnis Seventh-day Adventist Elementary School is operated by the Seventh-day Adventist Church to provide a spiritually oriented education for children.
- A belief in the existence of the Creator God is fundamental in the philosophy of Seventh-day Adventist schools.
- We respect His divine authority and recognize His intervention in human affairs.
- We believe that true education develops the spiritual, mental, and physical powers of each student; preparing them for the joy of service in this life and for the higher joy of service in the life to come.
Quick Stats (2021)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Students: 34 students
- Average class size: 15 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Top Placements
Emma L Minnis Junior Academy places among the top 20% of private schools in Kentucky for:
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- School History Oldest founding date
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc. | General Conference of the Seventh Day Adventist Church (GCSDAC) |
Religious Affiliation | African Methodist Episcopal |
Grades Offered | Grades Prekindergarten-8 |
Year Founded | 1915 |
Student Body
Total Students | 34 students |
Student Body Type | Co-ed |
% Students of Color | 83% State avg.: 9% |
Students by Grade |
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Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers | 3 teachers |
Student : Teacher Ratio | 11:1 National avg.: 13:1 |
Average Class Size | 15 students |
Classroom Dress Code | Casual (school uniforms) |
Finances and Admission
Admission Deadline | None / Rolling |
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